Lustran ABS 448 000000

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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Potential health effects

ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY............+.....+.: Inhalation; Eye Contact; Skin Contact HUMAN EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE: ACUTE EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE..... Material is a non-reactive solid. Mechanical irritation (i.e. abrasion) to the eyes may occur due to exposure to fines. Eyes may become red and scratchy and may tear. Several ABS resins have been tested for potential to produce allergic skin reaction in controlled skin contact studies with human volunteers. A potential for cumulative irritation was demonstrated but primary irritation and allergic skin reactions were not observed. Gases and fumes evolved from this material May irritate the eyes, skin or respiratory tract. At processing temperatures small amounts of styrene, ethylbenzene and acrylonitrile may be emitted. Prolonged and repeated exposure of high concentrations of these vapors and fumes (due to inadequate ventilation, etc.) could cause nausea, drowsiness and headache.

Potential chronic health

OF EXPOSURE In October 1988, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) concluded that "...there seems to be little basis from experimental animal investigations or epidemiologic studies to conclude at this time that styrene is carcinogenic." Additionally, both EPA's Scientific Advisory Board and the Expert Committee of the commission of the European Communities evaluating the same information found insufficient evidence to classify styrene as a carcinogen. CARCINOGENICITY NTP. ce ccc ee ee eee eee Not listed as a carcinogen IARC. 2. ccc cee ee ee eee eee Styrene (CAS# 100-42-5); Classified as IARC Possible Human Carcinogen (Group 2B) - "The chemical or group of chemicals is possibly carcinogenic for humans." OSHA..........055.04+2--4--.-: NOt listed as a carcinogen

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

BY EXPOSURE......: Preexisting eye, skin or respiratory tract sensitivities. EXPOSURE LIMITS............... For product fines the OSHA-PEL for nuisance dust of 15 mg/m3 total dust, 5S mg/m3 respirable dust is recommended. In addition, the ACGIH-TLV for Particulates Not Otherwise Classified (PNOC) of 10 mg/m3 is recommended. Observe a more stringent limit for product fines if applicable. See Section 2. For product gases and fumes refer to the exposure limits listed in Section 2. Product Code: P1468898 MSDS Page 2 FIRST AID FOR EYES...... Flush eyes with plenty of lukewarm water. See physician if irritation persists. FIRST AID FOR SKIN......: Wash affected areas with soap and water. See physician if thermal burn occurs. FIRST AID FOR INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, get medical attention.